Angkor Wat became the 8th wonder of the world, lets know about it!

India has many grand temples that tell about many histories. But do you know where us the world’s largest Hindu temple? It is in Cambodia and it is known as Angkor Wat Temple. This temple is located in a town called Angkor, which was called Yashodharpur in ancient times.

This huge temple was built in the 12th century by King Suryavarma II of Kambuja, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. You will be surprised to know that there is a deep moat around this temple, which is two and a half miles long and 650 feet wide. A stone bridge has been constructed to cross this gap.

Many people don’t know that Angkor Wat is the largest religious structure in the world, covering an area of 400 square kilometers, and has been named in the Guinness World Records. Now the update shows that Angkor Wat has become the eighth wonder of the world. It is a place in the world that needs no introduction. The largest Hindu temple built in Cambodia is considered one of the most visited attractions in the world. Now, Angkor Wat in Cambodia has become the eighth wonder of the world, beating Pompeii in Italy. This achievement carries more significance than the tourist influx that Pompeii sees every year.

Eighth Wonder of the World is an informal title given to new buildings or projects or designs among others. Angkor Wat is a huge temple and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This place is one of the largest religious monuments in the world which attracts millions of tourists from all over the world every year. It was originally built as a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and later became a major Buddhist temple. Angkor is also famous for its eight-armed statue of Vishnu, revered by the locals as their guardian deity.

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